More students seek admission to Binghamton University

The 30,168 applicants for fall 2015 broke the previous record of 29,450 set in 2013

KRISTOPHER RADDER / Staff Photo Binghamton University has an enrollment of 16,695. About 10 percent of its undergraduates and 40 percent of its graduate students come from 113 foreign nations.(Photo: FILE)

Binghamton University has received a record number of applications for fall 2015 admission.

The 30,168 applicants broke the previous record of 29,450 set in 2013.

The university said it has seen increases in applications from traditionally underrepresented groups. Black and Hispanic students comprised 25.4 percent of applicants, up from 24.7 percent last year.

"It's refreshing to see applications from excellent students from all walks of life, and it's an honor to help these students find their way here," said Randall Edouard, interim assistant provost and interim director of undergraduate admissions.

The university has about 13,000 undergraduates, including about 2,600 freshmen.

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